TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Gold Half Circle Diamond Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Gold Half Circle Diamond Band Ring 5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .17 Hallmark: ©TIFFA...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Rose Gold Diamond Elsa Peretti Hoop Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Rose Gold Diamond Elsa Peretti Hoop Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 154238 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co.
TIFFANY & Co. Harmony Platinum Diamond Ring with Side Stones 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Harmony Platinum Diamond Ring with Side Stones 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Weight: 3.30 grams Center diamond: 1 round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .15, D-F ...
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Tiffany & Co. Steamerica Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany Steamerica ring 18k white gold and diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Diamond Double Row Knot Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Diamond Double Row Knot Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 153465 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co.
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 152826 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring Condit...
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Platinum Cushion Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A rare and pristine Art Deco cushion sapphire platinum diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. circa 1925. This ring features a blue cushion shaped sapphire weighing approximately 1.80 ct.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Harmony Platinum Diamond Ring with Side Stones 7.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Harmony Platinum Diamond Ring with Side Stones 7.25 Metal: Platinum Size: 7.25 Weight: 3.90 grams Center diamond: 1 round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .15, D-...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Novo Band Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Novo Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .24 Hallmark: ©TIFFANY...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond 4.5mm T Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond 4.5mm T Ring 5 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 4.5mm Weight: 5.80 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .13...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Wedding Band Ring 2.5 MM
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Sku Number: 16183296 Size: 6.75 - sizable Metal: Platinum PT950 Total Carat Weight: 0.24 Cts. Diamond Shape: Round Brillian...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.07 ct Cushion Diamond Soleste Double Halo Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.07 ct Cushion Diamond Soleste Double Halo Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z154473 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.07 ct Cushion Diamond Soleste Double Ha...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 5.5mm Wide Diamond T Ring 9
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 5.5mm Wide Diamond T Ring 9 Tiffany T is an expression of love’s endless potential.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Lucida Platinum 0.32ct Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Lucida Platinum 0.32ct Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Weight: 3.79 grams Diamond: 0.32 carat lucida cut.
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Rose Gold Diamond 3mm Band Ring 10
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Rose Gold Diamond 3mm Band Ring 10 Metal: 18K Rose Gold Size: 10 Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds Hallmark: ©T&Co.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.29 CTW Diamond Platinum Contemporary Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa: 2000s Ring Size: 7 and sizable Measures north to south 8.2 mm and sits 7.0 mm high Total weight: 5.6 grams Accompanied by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Contemporary Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds bead set to front in graduated channel Weighing approximately 0.40 carat total - G/H color with VS2 clarity Accented by high polish finish Test...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Legacy 4.0 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a shimmering diamond engagement ring from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Tiffany & Co 1.81 Carat I/VVS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The perfect round brilliant Tiffany diamond solitaire engagement ring that checks all the boxes.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Wide Tiffany & Co. T Diamond Pave Ring, in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bethesda, MD
Tiffany T is an expression of love’s endless potential. Inspired by an archival bracelet from 1975, T is an homage to the House’s iconic motif and the spirit of New York, which found...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rare Tiffany & Co. Fine Green Emerald & Diamond Platinum & Gold Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Vivid Green Emerald & Diamond 950 Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Collection Platinum & 18K Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Collection Platinum & 18K Emerald and Diamond Ring A stunning example from Tiffany & Co.’s renowned Victoria Collection, this exquisite ring featu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Wedding Band Ring Soleste Sz 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. wedding band ring is the perfect symbol of your eternal love.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Platinum .20ct H/Vs1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING PLATINUM .20CT E/VS1 This charming Tiffany & Co. solitaire engagement ring contains one (1) round brilliant cut diamond set i...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Diamond Band Ring in Platinum, size 5½
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. Soleste full circle band ring features a seamless row of brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.34 carats, expertly set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Tiffany & Co. Victoria Ring Showcasing a Mixed-Cut Diamond Cluster
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the brilliance and movement of exceptional diamonds, this Tiffany & Co. Victoria ring showcases a graceful floral motif composed of expertly matched stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .37ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 with Certificate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .37ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Diamond: Round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .37ct, H color, VS1 clarity Hallmark: ©TIFFAN...
Diamond, Platinum
$128,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.08 Ct. Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. 3.08 ct Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold 5.5mm Wide Diamond T Ring 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold 5.5mm Wide Diamond T Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Rose Gold Size: 6.5 Band Width: 5.5mm, wider version Weight: 7.20 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamonds Hallm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Novo Platinum Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Novo Platinum Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Band width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .36 Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&CO.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.61 ct Square Diamond Tiffany True Engagem
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Collection/Series: Tiffany True Metal Type: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Size: 6 Pre-Owned Jewelry Condition: Excellent CENTER STONE INFORMATION Center Stone 1 Type: Diamond Cent...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Novo Platinum 0.95ctw Princess Cut Pave Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Platinum Size: 5.5 Width: 1.78 mm Weight: 3.09 grams TIFFANY & CO. ladies 950 platinum, diamond solitaire engagement, ...
Diamond, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 2.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Halo Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring features a 2.00 carat cushion-cut Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, showcasing exceptional color intensity and brilliance.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Tiffany & Co. Certified Emerald and Diamond Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Certified Emerald and Diamond Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ring, AGL Report, 1.75 Total Carat Weight, Size 3.5 A truly exquisite vintage Tiffany & Co. emeral...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany Heart-Shaped 0.90CT Diamond Engagement Ring, Size 51
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Tiffany Heart-Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring, Size 51, 0.90 CT
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Novo 1.7 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Novo® 1.7 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring A timeless Tiffany & Co. classic from the renowned Novo® collection, crafted in platinum and featuring a ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold, Platinum and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Gold, Platinum and Diamond Ring 18 kt., one round diamond weighing 1.03 cts., weight inscribed, 10 baguette diamonds ap. .55 ct., signed Tiffany & Co., ap. 3.6 dwts.
18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum .20ct Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum .20ct Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.75 Weight: 5.60 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .20ct, ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 3.08 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 3.08 carats Color: F Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Metal: Platinum Ring size: 5 1/2 Stamp: TIFFANY&CO.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany T T1 Ring in White Gold with Diamonds, Size 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany T T1 Ring Material 18K White Gold Condition: Mint.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3 Diamond 3mm Wedding Band Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3 Diamond 3mm Wedding Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Weight: 5.10 grams Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 3 round brilliant cut diamonds, carat total weight ....
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3 Diamond 3mm Wedding Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3 Diamond 3mm Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Weight: 5.0 grams Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 3 round brilliant cut diamonds, carat total weight .07 Ha...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Tiffany Together Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Collection/Series: Tiffany Together Metal Type: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Size: 7 Pre-Owned Jewelry Condition: Excellent SIDE STONE INFORMATION Side Stone 1 Gem Type: Diamond ...
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 3mm Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 3mm Half Eternity Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1588 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
$12,999Sale Price|21% Off
Tiffany & Co Engagement Ring 1.00ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Tiffany & Co, Diamond Engagement Ring, made of 950 Platinum, and weighing 5.84 gm.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 3.15 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 3.15 carats Color: I Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Medium Blue Metal: Platinum Ring size: 5 1...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 2.5mm Diamond: 15 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .24 Hallmark:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Natural Diamond Channel Set Platinum Eternity Ring In Stock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tiffany & Co. Natural Diamond Channel Set Platinum Eternity Ring This stunning Tiffany & Co. eternity ring features natural diamonds channel-set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: 17 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .17 Hallmark:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pave Diamond Ring Size 48~49
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Tiffany & Co. Rare Discontinued High Craft Platinum Pave Diamond Ring, Size 48-49, With Original Box
Platinum
$52,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Ring with Diamonds and Fancy Yellow Center Stone
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring weighs approximately 7.5 grams, with a head measuring 17.5 mm and a center diamond of about 5 mm.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4 Metal: Platinum Size: 4 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: 15 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .15 Hallmark:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Tiffany Forever Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection/Series: Tiffany Forever Metal Type: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Size: 5 Pre-Owned Jewelry Condition: Excellent SIDE STONE INFORMATION Side St...
Platinum
Tiffany & Co Platinum 18K Gold Soleste Yellow Diamond Ring & Earrings Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Flushing, NY
Tiffany & Co Platinum 18K Gold Soleste Yellow Diamond Ring & Earrings Set Cushion-cut Halo Engagement Ring with a Diamond Platinum Band Marked: TIFFANY & Co P.T 950 AU750 Approxima...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.08 carat Round Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The ring features a 2.08 carat round diamond certified by GIA to be E color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
Find Tiffany & Co. jewelry, serveware and decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.